Maldives Zakat Fund Supports Thousands in Need

The Maldives Zakat House has officially opened registration for individuals seeking to be listed as underprivileged and eligible for Zakat assistance.

Applicants are required to fill out a form that collects details on their personal background, children, income, and expenses. The form includes all necessary guidelines for completing the process.

As of now, 2,852 individuals are registered as underprivileged with the Zakat House. A large portion of the national Zakat Fund is used to support them.
In June 2025 alone, Zakat-al-Mal worth USD 920,881.97 was distributed to those in need. An additional USD 778.21 was given as emergency assistance, while USD 110,246.43 was provided for medical treatment to 104 individuals suffering from serious health conditions, including cancer.

Established in January 2024, the Zakat House is a government agency focused on strengthening the Zakat system in the Maldives and ensuring effective and fair distribution to eligible individuals.